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Edo Assembly passes N150.09 billion 2018 budget estimates

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By Ikhili Monday Ebalu, Benin city
The Edo State House of Assembly on Thursday passed the state’s 2018 budget proposal of N150.09 billion.
National Trail reports that Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo had on November 29, 2017, presented a budget proposal of N146.6 billion to the house for consideration and passage.

The budget, as presented by the governor, consists of N66.7 billion as recurrent expenditure, while capital expenditure stood at N79.8 billion.

The Assembly increased the appropriation bill with about N3.433billion.

Considering the bill clause by clause, the Chairman, house committee on Appropriation and Project Monitoring, Damian Lawani (APC, Etsako Central), said the budget christened budget of growth was designed to execute projects in the state.
During the consideration of the bill, N82.53 billion was allocated for capital expenditures, while N67.55 billion was allocated for re-current expenditures.

The breakdown of the proposal showed that N17.14 billion, N6.72 billion, N3.33 billion and N49.41billion were allocated for the recurrent expenditures of the administrative, economic, law and justice and social sectors, respectively.

Also, N7.7 billion, N51.6 billion, N888 million and N22.3 billion were allocated for the capital expenditures for the administrative, economic, law and justice and social sectors, respectively.
The House after the consideration of the bill with amendments passed the bill.

The clerk of the House, Mr.James Omoatama however gave the bill its third reading.

The Speaker, Kabiru Adjoto directed that the clean copies of the bill be sent to the governor for his assent.

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Pius Akutah’s Alleged Fraud at Nigerian Shippers Council Uncovered

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Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.

According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.

Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.

Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.

Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.

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Pius Akutah’s Alleged Fraud at Nigerian Shippers Council Uncovered

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Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.

According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.

Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.

Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.

Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.

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Special Birthday Wishes to Zege Mule U Tiv & Wazirin Adamawa

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I am writing to felicitate with Your Excellency, Atku Abubakar, GCON, former Vice-President of Nigeria (Zege Mule u Tiv & Wazirin Adamawa)
on the occasion of your 79th birthday anniversary.

I join your teeming admirers globally in celebrating you on this special day, an adorable Statesman and my Boss.
I recall with nostalgia, how countless generations have benefited from your generosity, wealth of experience and benevolence including being my key benefactor even as a young lawyer for my professional success.

Your Excellency, may your special day be filled with grandeur befitting your illustrious career.

I wish you continued success, prosperity, and an unending stream of accolades.

It takes a remarkable kind of fortitude to remain active in public life well into one’s golden years. Your dedication and patriotism remain truly exceptional.

May you enjoy a day of reflection on your many years of fruitful service to humanity. It is my prayer that God Almighty grants you many more healthy, fruitful, and fulfilling years ahead, and continues to endow you with wisdom, strength, and the grace to keep contributing to our nation-building.

Happy Birthday, Your Excellency.

Michael Kaase Aondoakaa SAN.
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice

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